Masdar City

Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, is a pioneering sustainable urban community and a leading business, technology and innovation hub focused on advancing research and development. Home to more than 2,500 organisations, the City brings together international companies, research institutions, start-ups and investors working across clean energy, artificial intelligence, mobility, water, agri-tech, space and other emerging technologies.

Designed as a living laboratory for sustainable urban development, Masdar City integrates energy-efficient buildings, renewable energy, sustainable mobility and resource-conscious design. The City is home to one of the world’s largest clusters of LEED Platinum buildings, demonstrating how the built environment can support lower-carbon and more resource-efficient ways of living and working.

Masdar City’s distinctive architecture combines contemporary design with elements inspired by traditional Arabic architecture. Shaded pedestrian pathways, landscaped public spaces and a walkable urban environment create an attractive and connected setting for businesses, residents and visitors.

The City is also home to the Masdar City Free Zone, providing a platform for companies to establish and grow their businesses, connect with a diverse ecosystem and access opportunities for collaboration, investment and innovation. Its community includes organisations such as the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), UAE Space Agency, Siemens Energy, G42, the Advanced Technology Research Council and Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence, alongside a growing number of international and local companies.